Legal Question in Family Law in Pennsylvania

Re: Want to leave the state

Since you are legally married and want a divorce, the issue of custody will be brought up in the divorce. The courts will allow you to take your child out of state if that would be in the child's best interest. A custody order will have be constructed to allow the child to visit with Dad here in PA. Those type of arrangements are often done. It is not an easy road and you need to consult with an attorney

Re: Want to leave the state

Unless a parent is unfit they are generally awarded joint legal if not joint physical custody. The most frequent method of proving a parent unfit is drug or alcohol abuse, or physical or mental abuse of the children. I offer free consultations.

Re: Want to leave the state

The laws in regard to interstate custody matters and the ability of a parent to leave the home state with the child are complicated and it is not possible to give any blanket advice in this kind of case. It is important that you consult with an experienced domestic relations attorney concerning any actions you are contemplating. When you provide all the details to the attorney she will be able to help you to decide upon a course of action.

I wish you the best. If I can be of any service to you, feel free to call my office.

Ilene Young, Esquire/ Civil & Family Practice/215-444-0445

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